Deputy Sheriff Trainee - Shift

Continuous RecruitmentWe are actively recruiting for the Deputy Sheriff Trainee position. Applications may close at any time without notice.Contact Nesrine Annan at annann@kerncounty.com or 661-868-3108.Special Recruitment Event – June 6, 2026Location: Regional Training Center, 962 Norris Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308.Time: 8:00 a.m.; check‑in begins at 7:30 a.m.The written exam will be administered to applicants once seats are filled. Limited seating is available; seating is first come, first served.Written Exam ParticipationParticipation is not required for candidates who already have a POST Entry‑Level Law Enforcement Test Battery (PELLETB) result that verifies a minimum T‑score of 42 and is less than two years old as of the application date. Attach the result to the application for review.Recruitment BonusEligible candidates receive a $15,000 non‑pensionable recruitment and retention bonus payable upon appointment. The bonus is subject to repayment if service is less than 5 years, with amounts as follows:Less than 1 year – $15,000Less than 2 years – $12,000Less than 3 years – $9,000Less than 4 years – $6,000Less than 5 years – $3,000Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent.Valid California driver's license at time of appointment; may be required to obtain a Class II license.Legal & Eligibility RequirementsIn accordance with Government Code Section 1031, incumbents must be legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law.Physical & Psychological RequirementsFree from any physical, emotional, or mental condition that could adversely affect emergency response duties, including bias against protected classes.Medical examination required: spine and chest x‑rays, blood chemistry, and electrocardiogram. Weight must be proportionate to height and age.Psychological screening by an accredited psychologist; evaluation of emotional and mental conditions.Vision: 20/100 uncorrected in each eye (corrected to 20/20); no color deficiency or permanent abnormalities.Hearing: No hearing deficiency.Minimum age: 20.5 years by the final filing date; must be 21 years of age upon appointment.Character: Thorough background investigation and fingerprinting required. Reputation for honesty, trustworthiness, and good moral character is mandatory. Felony violations are disqualifying; minor traffic offenses are allowed; misdemeanor offenses may be disqualifying.Background & Pre‑Employment EvaluationThe background evaluation includes a pre‑employment polygraph and psychological assessment and determines overall suitability for the Deputy Sheriff Trainee classification. Candidates found unsatisfactory may reapply after a minimum of twelve months. Unsatisfactory results result in removal from eligibility per Civil Service Rule 608.00.Testing OverviewPhysical Ability Test (PAT) – Conducted by the Human Resources Division. Test components include a 99‑yard obstacle course, body drag, chain link fence, and a 440‑yard distance run. Successful completion of every component is required.Written Examination (PELLETB) – Pass/Fail. Covers spelling, vocabulary, sentence clarity, reading comprehension, and other English language comprehension exercises.Benefits SummaryVacation: 13 days with annual accrual increase.Holidays & Paid Rest: 12 paid holidays per year plus 3 days of paid winter recess or alternate days.Sick Leave: Up to 12 paid sick days per year.Compensatory Time Off (CTO): Accumulated at 1.5 times overtime hours.Overtime Pay: 1.5 times regular rate for hours above 80 (8‑hour schedule) or 84 (12‑hour schedule) per pay period.Shift Differential: 7.5% of base pay for hours between 9:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.Uniform Allowance: $1,300 annually; additional for SWAT.Additional Pay for Special Assignments: 5% of base salary for roles such as Canine Handler, SWAT Team, Crisis Negotiation Team, FTO, Bomb Detail, or specialized training.Education Pay: 5% for POST Intermediate Certificate, an additional 7% for POST Advanced Certificate.Bilingual Pay: $25 bi‑weekly for qualified employees; $50 per pay period for positions requiring bilingual skills.Health Benefits: County contributes 80% of cost for all health plans.Retirement: Tier 2B 2% at age 50 for PEPRA members; other pension terms per policy.Deferred Compensation: 457 plan available.Equal Opportunity StatementKern County is an ADA‑compliant and equal‑opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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